A woman has been taken into custody and a firearm seized following an incident at a rural Ohoka property last night. A police spokesman told chrislynchmedia.com around 4pm police responded to a ...

4.30pm: The assessment below is unlikely to change. Civil Defence said “weexpect New Zealand coastal areas to experience strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore following a ...

Thousands of people have gathered at Hagley Park for Polyfest 2025, celebrating Christchurch’s vibrant Pacific cultures with a full day of performances and festivities. The annual event features ...

A surfer was rescued off Scarborough on Tuesday afternoon after being spotted in trouble in rough conditions. Coastguard Sumner said a member of the public pressed the emergency button at their ...

At 9.05PM, State Highway 75 between Birdlings Flat and Little River was closed due to flooding. NZ Transport Agency said motorists should avoid the area or delay their journey. Lincoln Volunteer Fire ...

A 12.5-metre yacht sank overnight while moored in Cass Bay, prompting a regional council response to protect the environment and navigation safety. A blue heeler dog named Buddy was on board at the ...

A person has seriously injured in a workplace incident at a Bromley business this morning. Emergency services were called to VIP Metalworks on Wickham St at 9.30am. A St John spokesperson said they ...

The garage, located down a driveway, was well alight by the time the first arrived appliance arrival, with thick smoke attracting a number of onlookers. Police also attended to assist with traffic ...

The Armed Offenders Squad surrounded a house in Burnside this afternoon. A local resident told chrislynchmedia.com he first noticed the heavy police presence on Gregan Crescent just after 3PM. He said ...

A Christchurch man is celebrating after claiming $5.5 million from Saturday night’s Powerball First Division draw. The lucky winner, who wishes to remain anonymous, was one of two players to strike it ...

The Christchurch City Mission is urgently appealing for donations as its Foodbank faces critically low supplies of essential items. With more individuals and families in need, the Mission is ...

A 16-year-old Christchurch boy accused of an assault that left a woman in critical condition is now facing additional serious charges, police say. The victim was found seriously injured at the ...